Tear Down & Materials Engineer

JR United Kingdom; Northampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Formula 1 engineering is seeking a Teardown & Materials Engineer in Northampton. This unique role involves leading the teardown of power units and conducting detailed materials analysis to drive innovations in performance engineering. The chosen candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to capture critical data and contribute to race-winning designs. If you're a passionate engineer with a strong background in mechanical and materials science, this is an exciting opportunity.

Benefits

On-site gym

Free daily food allowance

Qualifications

• 3+ years hands-on experience in teardown or mechanical inspection.
• Foundational knowledge of materials behaviour.
• Experience in motorsport, aerospace, or high-performance R&D environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead teardown activities for power unit assemblies.
• Support component inspections and hardware reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement of teardown processes.

Skills

Strong understanding of internal combustion engine architecture

Organizational skills

Communication and collaboration skills

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Materials Science or Motorsport Engineering

Tools

Metallurgical lab techniques

Inspection systems

Job description

Tear Down & Materials Engineer, northampton

Client:

Red Bull Powertrains

Location:

northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Views:

4

Posted:

04.07.2025

Expiry Date:

18.08.2025

Job Description:

For many fans of Formula One, the sport exists between lights and chequered flag on a Sunday afternoon. It begins and ends with the exploits of the drivers on the track. But this is merely the tip of the spear. The reality of modern F1 is that of a complex and intertwined operation, every part of which needs to perform near its limit if success is to be achieved. From the pit crew searching for the ultimate repeatable pit stop, to the inspiration of the designers, the application of engineers and the herculean efforts of an army of fabricators and machinists. Much of our success is thanks to the diversity of thought and spectrum of skill sets held within the team, our ability to recognise unique contributions from individual team members is just a part of why we love what we do.

Job Description

Red Bull Powertrains is seeking a highly motivated Teardown & Materials Engineer to take ownership of the teardown process for our Formula 1 power units. This is a rare opportunity to be part of a team working at the cutting edge of performance engineering, ensuring we maximise learning from every test and race unit. This unique role combines hands-on teardown of Formula 1 power units with materials analysis — closing the loop between component failure and root cause.

Based at our state-of-the-art Milton Keynes campus, you will operate across a broad range of power unit hardware, leading investigations and learning capture from used components, and ensuring teardown activities inform future designs and performance decisions. Working across our Teardown and Materials functions, you’ll capture critical data from power unit hardware post-test and apply materials testing methods to support deeper analysis. You’ll liaise with design, quality, testing, and manufacturing teams to feed insights back into performance and reliability development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead teardown activities for power unit assemblies, capturing failure, wear, and measurement data
• Act as the main point of contact for teardown planning, execution, and analysis
• Ensure teardown actions capture maximum learning, feeding back into future designs
• Support component inspections and end-of-life hardware reviews through structured documentation and reporting
• Drive continuous improvement of systems including strip-card data capture and post-run reporting, plus teardown and lab-based inspection processes
• Play a key role in the dormancy and archiving practices for teardown components
• Provide a link between Strip, NDT and Engineering during the teardown process
• Support failure investigation activities within the Materials Team
• Carry out or support materials testing and inspection tasks
• Collaborate with Engineers to assess root causes of damage and degradation

Who you are:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Materials Science or Motorsport Engineering (or equivalent practical experience)
• 3+ years hands-on experience in teardown, mechanical inspection, or a high-performance R&D environment
• Strong understanding of internal combustion engine architecture and failure mechanisms
• Foundational knowledge of materials behaviour (e.g. wear, fatigue, coatings, corrosion)
• Strong organisational skills with an eye for detail, and a methodical and detailed approach to documentation and analysis
• Able to work across teams and disciplines, translating test findings into engineering actions
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage workload and priorities in a dynamic environment
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical teams

In addition to the above, the ideal candidate should have experience in motorsport, aerospace, or high-performance R&D environments and be skilled in inspection and measurement systems, metallurgical lab techniques (including sample prep, microscopy, and hardness testing) plus teardown/inspection processes. Familiarity with fault reporting, root cause analysis (e.g. 8D, 5 Whys) and component reuse criteria is essential. Knowledge of part archiving, end-of-life component procedures and failure investigation processes is also required.

This role offers a rare opportunity to work at the intersection of mechanical engineering and materials science in a fast-paced Formula 1 environment. You’ll gain broad technical exposure, contribute directly to race-winning performance, and develop insights that truly make a difference.

Most importantly, you’ll be part of the team driving our championship-winning cars to success. If you’re ready to test your limits and win big, apply now.

At Red Bull Powertrains, we believe that success isn’t just about speed—it’s about the team behind the victory. We trust, support, and challenge each other, always pushing for better. We take our work seriously, but not ourselves, knowing that the best results come when we enjoy the journey together. We offer a competitive salary, plus:

• On-site gym
• Free daily food allowance
• And many more!

You will be joining a team that’s as ambitious as it is supportive. If you want to be part of something special, apply now and help shape F1 history.

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Created on 04/07/2025 by JR United Kingdom